Hello Kawan Mastah! Are you craving for a refreshing and sweet Indonesian dessert on a hot day? Look no further than cendol! This iconic dessert made from pandan-flavored jelly and coconut milk is a perfect treat to cool down and satisfy your sweet tooth. In this article, we will guide you on how to make cendol from scratch. So, let’s get started!
Ingredients:
Before we start making cendol, let’s prepare the necessary ingredients:
Ingredients |
Quantity |
|---|---|
Rice Flour |
200g |
Green Pandan Leaves |
5-6 leaves |
Water |
500ml + 1 liter |
Coconut Milk |
500ml |
Brown Sugar |
200g |
Ice Cubes |
As needed |
Make sure to prepare these ingredients before starting the recipe.
Step-by-Step Guide:
Step 1: Making Cendol Jelly
To start making cendol, we need to make the iconic green jelly first. Follow these steps to make the jelly:
- Wash the pandan leaves and cut them into small pieces.
- Blend the pandan leaves with 500ml of water until smooth.
- Strain the mixture to get the pandan juice. Discard the pulp.
- In a mixing bowl, mix 200g of rice flour with 1 liter of water. Mix well until there are no lumps.
- Pour the rice flour mixture into a saucepan and add the pandan juice.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly. The mixture will thicken and turn into a jelly-like consistency.
- Remove the jelly from the heat and let it cool.
- Once cooled, cut the jelly into small pieces.
Now, we have made the cendol jelly that will be the base of our dessert.
Step 2: Making Coconut Milk Syrup
The next step is to make the sweet coconut milk syrup that will be poured over the cendol. Follow these steps:
- Pour 500ml of coconut milk into a saucepan.
- Add 200g of brown sugar into the saucepan.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool.
Now, we have made the sweet and creamy coconut milk syrup that will be poured over the cendol jelly.
Step 3: Assembling the Cendol
The last step is to assemble the cendol. Follow these steps:
- Prepare a serving glass or bowl.
- Add a generous amount of cendol jelly into the glass or bowl.
- Pour the coconut milk syrup over the jelly.
- Add ice cubes as needed to keep the dessert cool.
- Enjoy your homemade cendol!
FAQs:
Q: What is cendol?
A: Cendol is a traditional Indonesian dessert made from pandan-flavored jelly and sweet coconut milk syrup. It is usually served cold and is a perfect treat to cool down on a hot day.
Q: Can I use store-bought cendol jelly?
A: Yes, you can use store-bought cendol jelly if you don’t want to make it from scratch. However, homemade cendol jelly has a more authentic and fresher taste.
Q: Can I use white sugar instead of brown sugar?
A: Yes, you can use white sugar instead of brown sugar. However, brown sugar adds a richer and more caramel-like flavor to the coconut milk syrup.
Q: Can I add other toppings to my cendol?
A: Yes, you can add other toppings such as sliced jackfruit, sweet corn, or red beans to your cendol. It’s all up to your preference!
Well, that’s it for our guide on how to make cendol. We hope this guide is helpful for Kawan Mastah to make their own delicious cendol at home. Don’t forget to share your cendol creations with us! Selamat makan!